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Friday, January 8, 2010

Yeast infection is one of the most common types of infection found in women. The infection can grow in any part of a woman’s body, but the most usual part that it grows in is on the vagina which in medical terms is called Vaginitis. So the most common question women have is how to get rid of vaginal yeast infection?

Yeast infection is caused by the overgrowth of a fungus called candida albicans. Now this type of fungus is already part of our bodies and it is usually very harmless. However, if there is a major imbalance happening in our bodies like we got really sick or stressed, this can set off the growth of the fungus and therefore result to an infection.

For women, even your monthly periods can cause the infection. How do you know that you have vaginal yeast infection? Well, for starters the usual symptoms are redness of the vagina, swelling, vaginal itching, vaginal douche, vaginal odor. If you do not treat the infection immediately, it can even cause painful urination, painful sexual intercourse and even depression.

Even though the illness sounds really bad, it is curable. You can use natural home remedies that can remove the root cause of the problem.

One natural cure you can use is Garlic. Garlic is not only used as a spice, you can actually use it for the infection. Garlic is known for its antiseptic properties, it can suck out the fungus that causes the infection. You can grind the garlic onto a paste and apply it directly to the infected area.

Another one you can use is Yogurt. Yogurt has a lot of good bacteria that fights of the infection; it brings back your body's natural balance and helps fight off the infection. You can eat a lot of yogurt or you can apply it directly to the infection.

The above are just some of the many natural cures you can use for your Vaginitis.

Now Pay Close Attention

Most medications only mask the infection and never really cure it, you need something that will remove the cause of the infection from the inside and return your body’s natural balance.